Rosenstein, Nettie, 1890-1980 (1890-1980)
Person
Dates
- Existence: 1890-1980
Biography
Nettie Rosenstein was born in Austria in 1890. She came to the United States at a young age and was making her own clothes by the age of 11. Her dresses were very European inspired, selling for around $500, making them expensive in the ready-to-wear market at the time.Of her, Bill Blass remarked, "she practically invented the little black dress for Americans."
Found in 1 Collection or Record:
Nettie Rosenstein collection, 1937-1960
Collection
Identifier: SC.13
Scope and Contents
This collection is compromised of 48 folders containing design sketches, reference sketches, promotional photos, design photographs, press clippings and ads throughout the years of Nettie Rosenstein's career
Dates:
1939-1959
Found in:
Special Collections and FIT Archive